PODER – A STORY OF POWER

Directed, written, filmed, and edited by Emmy Award-winning filmmaker Lisa Russell, PODER tells the story of Emelin and Elba, two indigenous Mayan girls from Guatemala who were part of Rise Up’s girl-led advocacy and fought for their rights to transform their community. With the support of Rise Up’s Let Girls Lead Initiative, these inspiring leaders successfully advocated for legislation and funding to ensure that girls can go to school, stay healthy, and escape poverty.